What can I say that the other reviews have not already mentioned?! They are all spot on. This home is quite simply wonderful. The owners thought of everything for a perfect stay, right down to scented hand soaps at each of the sinks. Everything was as described on-line, and then some. The kitchen is beautiful and stocked with everything you could possibly need/want for cooking. The dishes and glassware are beautiful. To that end, the entire home is very nicely appointed, and everything is very tasteful/ high end.
Of course, the pool and lanai are amazing! We spent countless days in the pool and lovely evenings on the lanai in this quiet neighborhood. The area is quite private, as it is lined with foliage on each side and backs up to a small creek with beautiful bamboo behind.
The location is ideal; situated between Venice and Sarasota with so many great options for dining within a stone's throw or just a short drive away. Nokomis Beach is wonderful and much less crowded than Siesta Key.
If you are a cycling enthusiast (or walker/runner) you will love the accessibility to the Legacy Trail. We biked between 10 and 20 miles regularly without concern of vehicles! You can ride your bike from the house to Oscar Scherer State Park and pay a small fee to access the trail, or drive to one of the many nearby community centers where access is free.
All in all, this was one of the most relaxing vacations we have had. Thank you, Roy, for taking such good care of your home so that others can also enjoy it!